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Gegard Mousasi: “I’m the underdog, but I don’t care.”

Two fighters of essentially the same age enter a room. The first holds a record of 15-1 with six straight wins, twelve stoppages, and a past win over Mauricio Rua. The second is 33-3-2 with 29 finishes, a single loss in his last 22 fights, and notches on his belt including the names of Ronaldo Souza and Mark Hunt. However, given their similar excellence, one is considered a distinct favorite.

While working out odds-makers’ logic on the matter, the competitors in question are clearly Alexander Gustafsson and Gegard Mousasi in relation to their April 6 headliner at UFC on Fuel 9. And, though Gustafsson seems to be the popular pick when it comes to the likely winner, Mousasi plans on showing people why the smart money is on him when the two scrap in Stockholm.

“I’m the underdog, but I don’t care. It’s a fight,” said Mousasi to MMAJunkie in his standard calm, collected manner.

“Of course, he’s fought a lot more in the UFC, so he’s the favorite. I understand that. I hope (people are overlooking me). They don’t expect anything for me, so I cannot disappoint anybody,” he continued. “I like this position much better. I don’t have any pressure.”

Last night on TUF judges seemed have finally recognized what is known to many as an active guard. DW flipped with excitement about the scoring which lead to a 3rd round. Hopefully this is a small sign of changes to come. You can dream can't you?

If anyone is counting Mousasi out, then they are crazy. He has been one of the most talented fighters for many years now, and other than King Mo exposing his wrestling and the draw with Jardine, he has shown he is one of the best and he has been for awhile now..Now he can prove it. First rd KO Mousasi. His striking credentials and bottom game will make the difference.

If anyone is counting Mousasi out, then they are crazy. He has been one of the most talented fighters for many years now, and other than King Mo exposing his wrestling and the draw with Jardine, he has shown he is one of the best and he has been for awhile now..Now he can prove it. First rd KO Mousasi. His striking credentials and bottom game will make the difference.

I would rather watch Mousasi fight Shogun.

In any case I suppose it really doesn't matter who wins. Neither has the skills to deal with Jon Jones wrestling.